The Supreme Court granted a mutual consent divorce while praising the woman for voluntarily waiving alimony and all financial claims. The Bench remarked, “We appreciate this kind gesture, which is very rare nowadays,” acknowledging her fairness in the settlement.
The Delhi High Court clarifies that divorce by mutual consent under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act can be granted only when both spouses jointly express consent.
Chief Justice DY Chandrachud advised a woman involved in a matrimonial dispute to opt for a mutual consent divorce, highlighting the futility of a prolonged legal battle. He emphasized that it would mainly benefit lawyers and suggested that, given her qualifications, she should seek employment instead of engaging in lengthy litigation.
